Famous Dex has struggled with addiction for years now but things are looking up for him. 

Not only did he sign a record deal for $5.6 million, he's completely sober these days.

TMZ caught up with the Chicago rapper at LAX on Wednesday, April 12 and he talked about feeling better than he has in some time. 

Dex even took off his sunglasses to show how clear his eyes are.

"I'm not doing drugs no more," he said. "I've been drug clean for 11 months. I'm happy and healthy."

Dex followed that up by telling those who've also battled addiction to keep God first, stay humble, and never forget where they came from.

Good stuff, Dex. Keep it up.